Baan Dek Montessori

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Episode 60- Art Work in Montessori Dec 20, 2017

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What's the purpose of Art in a Montessori classroom? How can we support creativity? How can we support the Process of Art, not just the Product?

Episode 59- Words of Encouragement Dec 06, 2017

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Why do we say things like, "you did it!" and "congratulations!" but we try to avoid "good job?" Are Montessorians cold and unfeeling, or is there space for affirmation?

Episode 58- Gifts Nov 22, 2017

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We love to give children gifts. For a birthday or a holiday, or because it's Tuesday or I was thinking of you. Looking for a great gift? Here are five of our favorites.

Episode 57- Principled Parenting Nov 04, 2017

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Stick to your guns of let it go? A pause and reflection on what's really important can help diffuse an argument, or provide another way to approach a situation.

Episode 56- Comparisons Nov 01, 2017

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Sometimes comparisons are helpful, sometimes, not so much. They can be a tool, or they can create challenges, or even internal conflict, when it might be unnecessary.

Episode 55- Communication With Children Oct 12, 2017

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Communication is the give and take of everyday life. There can be challenges, and in this podcast, we provide some tips and suggestions from the classroom.

Episode 54- A Montessori Life Sep 28, 2017

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We recently held a Parent Education Workshop and a Webinar on A Montessori Life, uncovering a few areas of the classroom dynamics which sometimes translate well into family life. In this podcast, we chat with Jamie Bauer, Montessori Parent and Educator, on some ways she has brought Montessori into their home life, aspects of school they leave at school, and some challenges even a trained Montessorian faces!

Episode 53- Motivation 2 Sep 13, 2017

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No one will tell you what to do in a Montessori classroom. Opportunities will be provided, but it's up to you to choose how you're going to spend your time, what you'll do when faced with a challenge. It is empowering, and gives children motivation.

Episode 52- Motivation 1 Aug 30, 2017

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Work is motivating. When we only progress when a child has mastered something, we're instilling intrinsic motivation. The first in a two-part series on Motivation.

Episode 51- The Best Year Yet Aug 16, 2017

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A few hints for starting the school year off strong.

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